Description

These Perfect Lemon Poppy Seed Donuts are a bright, citrusy treat with a zesty lemon flavor and a delightful crunch from poppy seeds. They’re easy to make and feel bakery-worthy, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 ½ tbsp poppy seeds
2 large eggs
½ cup (120ml) milk
2 tbsp (30ml) fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp lemon zest
¼ cup (60g) melted unsalted butter
1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
2 tbsp (30ml) fresh lemon juice (for glaze)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your donut pan lightly.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and poppy seeds.
In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and melted unsalted butter.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Transfer the batter to a piping bag and fill each donut cavity about ¾ full.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the donuts spring back when lightly touched. Let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar with fresh lemon juice until smooth to prepare the glaze.
Dip the cooled donuts into the glaze and let it set before serving.

Notes

For best results, use fresh lemons for zest and juice. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for even mixing. Grease the donut pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 donut
Calories: 220
Sugar: 20
Sodium: 150
Fat: 8
Saturated Fat: 4
Carbohydrates: 35
Fiber: 1
Protein: 4

Keywords: lemon poppy seed donuts, baked donuts, citrus dessert, easy donut recipe, homemade donuts